The 10th Annual Spooky Mad Science Expo

The 10th Annual Spooky Mad Science Expo

By Chrysalis Development Group

Get ready for a wild ride at The 10th Spooky Mad Science Expo, a creepy, cool celebration of all things science gone spooky!

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Location

Patrick Henry Recreation Center

4653 Taney Avenue Alexandria, VA 22304

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Highlights

  • 4 hours
  • In person

About this event

Science & Tech • Science

In Partnership with the City of Alexandria Department of Recreation, Parks, and Cultural Activities

STEM, Costumes, Music & Wonder

Join the 10th Annual Spooky Mad Science Expo 2025!


Bigger. Bolder. More Fun.

Step into a world where STEM meets Halloween magic! From NASA, Boeing, Virginia Tech, UMD, to teen robotics teams, there’s hands-on science, music, costumes, planetarium adventures, and amazing food trucks waiting for you


2:00 PM: STEM Costume Parade

Kick off the day with a parade featuring STEM-inspired costumes and Star Wars squads!


🚀 Explore 100+ STEAM Stations

Hands-on STEM activities led by NASA, Boeing, Virginia Tech, UMD, nonprofits, robotics groups, teen innovators, and community partners. Experiment, learn, and have fun!


🌌 Sky Dome Planetarium Shows Begin

Journey to the stars and explore the universe inside the planetarium.


🎶 Live Kids’ Music Performance

Enjoy a performance by Alexandria Symphony Orchestra students, including fun instruments like buckets and noodles!


☕ Teen Science Café

Meet pilots, AI experts, scientists, and tech innovators. Learn about STEM careers, the future of innovation, and get inspired!


🎉 Innovation Costume Contest & Red Carpet

Show off your STEM-inspired costume and compete for exciting prizes!


🧪All afternoon

Hands-on experiments, 🎧 DJ

🚚 food trucks (including Flavor Hive) 🚀 STEM Legends Time Machine

🎙️ podcast studio

youth leadership & volunteer opportunities.


✅ Register now to save your spot:

https://chrysalisdg.org/spooky-mad-science-expo/

info@chrysalisdg.org


👻 Fun for all ages; kids, teens, adults, and grandparents. Celebrate 10 years of STEM, creativity, and community!


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Chrysalis Development Group

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Oct 18 · 3:00 PM EDT